Equator 2WD V6-4.0L (2009)
case, hang caliper body with a wire so as not to stretch the brake hose.
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Do not damage the piston boot.
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If any shim is subject to serious corrosion, replace it with a new one.
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Always replace shim and shim cover as a set when replacing brake pads.
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Keep rotor free from brake fluid.
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Burnish the brake contact surface after refinishing or replacing rotors, after replacing pads, or if a soft pedal occurs at very low mileage.
Rear Disc Brake: Disassembly and Assembly
Rear Disc Brake: Disassembly and Assembly
DISASSEMBLY
1) Remove the caliper body from the torque member.
2) Remove the sliding sleeves and boots from the torque member.
3) Place a wooden block in the cylinder body and blow air into the union bolt hole to remove the piston and piston boot as shown.
WARNING:
Do not get your fingers caught between the piston and wooden block.
4) Remove the piston boot from the piston.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse piston boot.
5) Remove piston seal from cylinder body, using a suitable tool.
